Career Festival
The SFU Career Festival is open to all SFU students and alumni. Whether you are actively searching for work, exploring your career options, or simply wanting to join in some fun career themed activities, this event is for you!
At the Career Festival, you can:
- Discover career, co-op and volunteer opportunities from 90+ organizations
- Connect with industry professionals from a wide range of industries and sectors
- Explore graduate school and professional development programs
- Receive on-site career support and networking tips from our Career Educators
- Take part in career-themed games and activities to earn prizes!
Event Details
Burnaby Campus
Date: Tue, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 23
Time: 10AM - 4PM
Location: AQ North, Saywell & Blusson Hallways
Surrey Campus
Date: Thu, Oct 24
Time: 10AM - 4PM
Location: SRYC Mezzanine
List of Exhibtors
You will find different organizations on each day so be sure to check the lists carefully so you don't miss your favourite exhibitors!
For the complete list of exhibtiors with details on their opportunities, click here to download the PDF file.
Exhibitors for Tue, Oct 22 at Burnaby Campus
Astera Labs |
AtkinsRéalis Canada Inc. |
Authority Media |
Avayda Pest Control |
BC Assessment |
BC Association of the Appraisal Institute of Canada |
BC Securities Commission |
Big Sisters BC Lower Mainland |
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) |
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine |
Canadian National Institute for the Blind |
Canadian Security Intelligence Service |
Canucks Autism Network |
City of Burnaby |
City of Port Coquitlam |
Community Solution Education System |
DP World (Canada) Inc. |
Enterprise Mobility |
ERCO Worldwide |
First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) |
Fisheries and Oceans Canada |
FortisBC |
GardaWorld |
Girl Guides of Canada |
Great Northen Way Campus Trust |
Hall Group of Companies |
KidStart |
KWA Analytics |
kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation |
Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon |
Metro Vancouver |
BC Corrections |
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd |
Northeastern University |
Official Languages Programs |
Olympic Industries ULC |
Omni Hazmat Consulting Inc |
Parkgate Community Services Society |
PepsiCo |
Phasor Engineering |
Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation |
Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society |
Public Service Commission RCMP |
Rural eMentoring BC |
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. - Counseling and Crisis Support Department |
SFU AIESEC |
SFU Co-operative Education |
SFU Faculty of Education |
SFU School of Public Policy |
Sherwin Williams Company |
St. George's University School of Medicine |
Study in UK Inc |
Techtronic Industries Canada Inc. |
Transport Canada |
UBC School of Audiology & Speech Sciences |
UBC School of Public Policy & Global Affairs |
Uline |
University of British Columbia (UBC) |
University of Calgary, Law School |
University of Lethbridge |
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority |
Vancouver Police (VPD) |
WorkBC.ca |
WorkSafeBC |
Exhibitors for Wed, Oct 23 at Burnaby Campus
Adler University |
Axis Insurance Managers Inc. |
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) |
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine |
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College |
Capilano University |
City of Port Coquitlam |
Community Solution Education System |
Delta Police Department |
Developmental Disabilities Association |
EA (Electronic Arts) |
First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) |
Fisheries and Oceans Canada |
Generac |
Girl Guides of Canada |
GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions |
JET Programme/Consulate General of Japan |
Justice Institute of British Columbia |
KWA Analytics |
Kwantlen Polytechnic University |
kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation |
Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon |
LMI Technologies |
Mark Anthony Group |
Metro Vancouver |
Michener Institute of Education at UHN |
BC Corrections |
Mitacs |
Monachil Technologies |
Northeastern University |
Omni Hazmat Consulting Inc |
OzTREKK Educational Services |
Pacific Community Resources Society |
Paladin Security |
Parkgate Community Services Society |
PepsiCo |
Providence Health Care |
Public Service Commission RCMP |
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. - Counseling and Crisis Support Department |
Salvation Army Belkin Communities of Hope |
SFU AIESEC |
SFU Co-operative Education |
SFU Faculty of Education |
SFU Friends of Simon |
SFU Masters of Professional Computer Science |
SFU School for International Studies |
SFU School of Public Policy |
SFU Study Abroad |
SFU Surrey - TD Community Engagement Centre |
Shelter Movers Vancouver |
Society for Children and Youth of BC (SCY) |
Special Olympics BC |
SUCCESS/YEC |
TELUS Communications Inc. |
The Salvation Army |
Transport Canada |
UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences |
UBC Peter A. Allard School of Law |
UBC Sauder School of Business |
UBC Teacher Education Office |
University of East Anglia |
University of Lethbridge |
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority |
Vancouver Police (VPD) |
WorkSafeBC |
Zajac Ranch Society |
Exhibitors for Thu, Oct 24 at Surrey Campus
Avayda Pest Control |
BC Public Service |
Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver |
Big Sisters BC Lower Mainland |
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) |
City of Surrey |
Delta Police Department |
DP World (Canada) Inc. |
EA (Electronic Arts) |
Fisheries and Oceans Canada |
FortisBC |
GardaWorld |
Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) |
KidStart |
KWA Analytics |
Michener Institute of Education at UHN |
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd |
Northeastern University |
Options Community Services |
OtherHalf Chinese Stem Cell Initiatives |
Phasor Engineering RCMP |
Securiguard Services Limited |
SFU Co-operative Education |
SFU Faculty of Education |
SFU Study Abroad |
SFU Surrey - TD Community Engagement Centre |
Sources Community Resources Society |
Special Olympics BC |
St. George's University School of Medicine |
UBC Teacher Education Office |
University of British Columbia (UBC) |
Vancouver Police (VPD) |
Student Resources
BEFORE THE FAIR: How To Prepare
Get Ready!
Get to know the organizations ahead of time. Research their websites and review their social media accounts for news and updates. Prepare questions! See the Exhibitors List above for the organizations, and the position(s) available.
The career festival is open to all students!
- First and second year students are encouraged to explore potential career paths for your major or degree! Think about future co-op and career opportunities, and look into volunteer roles on and off campus.
- Students in third and fourth+ years, graduate students, alumni and students seeking a co-op or career role
- These are industry professionals and recruiters from companies who are seeking talented individuals like you!
- Consult the Exhibitors List to find out what the organizations are looking for
Know Your Strengths
- Reflect on past experiences and coursework to identify strengths and skills. Be prepared to talk about yourself and what you could bring to their organization.
Access Resources
- Career and Volunteer Services Resources Tab and "additional resources" below to help you prepare
- Book an appointment with a Career Educator at Career & Volunteer Services. Book early to get a spot before the Fair
BEFORE: Evaluate The Organizations
Spend some time researching organizations before the festival, and whenever you are searching for opportunities. This will give you a sense of what is important to them, but will also help you determine if they are a good fit for you!
What makes a good fit?
Not only skills and qualifications, also consider these factors:
- Work Culture
- Vision and Values
- Mission Statement
- Organization
- Business Model
- Clarity and Public Image on the organization
We do our best to ensure only registered organizations with existing appropriate licenses are in attendance.
Learn more about scams, and what to look out for to protect yourself from malicious jobs, scams and organizations:
DURING The Fair: Be Ready
First Impressions Matter
- Wear a Business Casual outfit, or at least make sure your clothing is clean and presentable
- Approach the tables and greet the representatives with a smile. Introduce yourself with confidence
- Be professional, genuine and curious. Ask the questions you prepared beforehand!
Make It Last
- Extend the connection beyond the Fair by asking to connect on LinkedIn; ask for a business card
- Ask about their application process. Employers may have an online application process.
- If you prepared a resume and have done your research, ask if they are accepting resumes before giving it to them
Additional Resources
Need help to get ready for the fair? We've got you covered! Click on the links below:
- Networking Canvas Course - Self Enroll here!
- Rehash your Resume Workshop - Watch the recording
- Career Building for Changemakers Workshop - Watch the recording and download workshop materials
- Applying for Grad School Workshop - Watch the recording
- Network Like a Pro: An Employer Panel - Watch the recording
- Visit OLC Career and Volunteer Services - Read articles for advice!
Student Sign Up
If you would like to receive updates, reminders, and the link to the final exhibitor list, sign up below.
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Questions? Contact Us!
Reach out to our front desk at SFU Career Services in MBC 0300, 778.782.3106 or careers@sfu.ca with subject "Career Fair"